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HG05 GXA

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

116,456 mi
Last recorded116,456 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 GXA
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 116,456 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 114,307 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 113,676 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 113,676 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 4 Apr 2017 101,953 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 101,953 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 90,148 miles

Nearside Damage to vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre worn on edges

Rear Exhaust damaged

Pass 30 Dec 2014 77,386 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 30 Dec 2014 77,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 14 Jan 2014 66,922 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing smooth on edges recommend replacement

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

Spare wheel loose in carrier

Pass 7 Jan 2013 57,706 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jan 2012 49,497 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front discs worn

near side front tyre wearing thin 2.mm

Pass 10 Jan 2012 49,497 miles

front discs worn

near side front tyre wearing thin 2.mm

Fail 31 Dec 2010 38,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 38,228 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 26,971 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 26,971 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 21,442 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 5 Mar 2009 21,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 17,962 miles

Slight cut and scuffing at N/S/F tyre outer sidewall

Fail 29 Mar 2008 17,929 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Slight cut and scuffing at N/S/F tyre outer sidewall

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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HG05 GXA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,718 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG05 GXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG05 GXA registered?

HG05 GXA is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is HG05 GXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 GXA shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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